Quick Summary: Homemade corn tortillas using masa harina and a tortilla press. Three ingredients, about 30 minutes start to finish. Includes tips on pressing, cooking on a comal, and getting the signature puff. Prep: 20 min | Cook: 2 min per tortilla | Makes: 19 tortillas Jump to: RECIPE | Masa vs Masa Harina | …
A salsa garden is one of the simplest and most satisfying container projects you can grow. Two pots, a few plants, and by late summer you’re making salsa from ingredients you grew yourself. I’ve been growing the individual ingredients at HeathGlen Organic Farm for over 20 years: heirloom tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro, onions, and garlic. This …
A vegetable garden can cut your grocery bill, but not every crop is worth growing for its economic value. Some vegetables are so cheap at the store that your time is better spent on something else. Others are expensive to buy, easy to grow, and taste dramatically better homegrown. I’ve been growing vegetables at HeathGlen …
I’ve been blending and selling herbal teas (aka tisanes) at my Minnesota farmers market stand for over a decade, and the question I get most often is: ‘How do I make herbal tea that actually tastes good?’ Quick Summary: A guide to creating flavorful herbal tea blends using a formula of a simple base + …
Homegrown herbs are fresher than anything you can buy, which means better flavor and stronger health benefits. Here are ten of my favorite herbs for a well-rounded tea garden, plus three bonus options for adding root plants. Quick Summary: These ten herbs are easy to grow in containers or garden beds and produce flavorful homemade …
This vegetable tart pairs roasted carrots with a tangy lemon-ricotta and goat cheese filling on store-bought puff pastry. It’s one of my favorite recipes for spring celebrations, and it works beautifully as part of an afternoon tea spread. The ingredients are flexible enough to suit different tastes, and the whole thing can be made ahead …
Quick Summary: A no-cook Italian dessert layering ladyfinger cookies with wine-macerated strawberries and whipped cream. No eggs or coffee. Chill for 3+ hours before serving. Works with fresh or frozen strawberries. Prep: 20 min | Chill: 3+ hours | Serves: 6 Jump to: RECIPE | What is Tiramisu? | Ingredients & Substitutions | Step-by-Step | …
Brunch is often a special occasion or a social gathering and if you are making brunch at home it is fun to add some more unique dishes. A salmon omelet, strawberry infused champagne and a citrus marmalade are a few ideas to make your brunch special. Jump to: RECIPE | Homemade Strawberry Simple Syrup | …
Quick Summary: Fresh asparagus topped with grated hard-boiled eggs and briny capers. A quick, protein-rich side dish that’s naturally low-carb. Inspired by Ottolenghi but simplified for weeknight cooking. Prep: 15 min | Cook: 15 min | Serves: 4 Jump to: RECIPE | Making Vegetables Easy | More Slow Carb Sides | FAQ While protein and …
Quick Summary: Grilled white fish in warm corn tortillas with creamy avocado sauce, tangy pickled onions, and crisp cabbage. The essential Baja taco: simple, fresh, and satisfying. Includes instructions for indoor grilling, homemade spice rub, and avocado cream. Tips on using a comal for perfect tortillas. Prep: 40 min | Cook: 15 min | Serves: …
Quick Summary: Seared lamb chops with a fruity-tangy sauce made from red currant jelly, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar. A classic British sauce that pairs beautifully with lamb, pork, or game. Includes substitutions for the currant jelly and a non-alcoholic version. Prep: 20 min | Cook: 25 min | Serves: 4 Jump to: RECIPE …
Love tarts but hate rolling out pie crusts? This crustless, low carb fruit tart with a frangipane filling is easy and not overly sweet. Frangipan is typically layered on top of a crust as a filling, with the fruit then placed on top of the almond cream and baked. Because this recipe is designed to …
Quick Summary: Fresh jicama, mango, cucumber, and radish tossed with a ginger lime dressing and finished with chile-lime salt (Tajín). A riff on the popular Mexican street fruit cups. Sweet, spicy, crunchy, and refreshing. Prep: 20 min | Serves: 5 Jump to: RECIPE | Ingredients | The Dressing | Chile-Lime-Salt | FAQ If you go …
Quick Summary: A floral, honey-like jelly made from foraged dandelion petals, infused with elderflower liqueur. Tastes like spring captured in a jar. Includes tips for harvesting dandelions efficiently and variations using lavender or citrus. Prep: 30 min + 24 hr steep | Cook: 15 min | Makes: 8 jars Jump to: RECIPE | Nutrition in …
Quick Summary: Six themed herb garden combinations for containers: Mediterranean cooking, Mexican cooking, seafood dishes, craft cocktails, herbal teas, and fresh salads. Each grouping considers which herbs grow well together and which culinary uses they serve. Works for balconies, patios, or decks. At HeathGlen Organic Farm, I grow herbs both in the ground and in …